This location is under new ownership and the new owners are great! This is a really great place for…read morefun events with friends, family or co-workers. Everyone has a great time, highly recommend!

For the fee at least one drink should have been complimentary. Our hostess was unorganized, nothing…read morewas ready, or pre-prepared, and we spent a lot time just waiting on supplies to be passed out and for next step instructions. She kept running back to the main venue for supplies. Instructions were not as informative as they could have been. She was a bit too causal and unprofessional. My end result was, although cute, could have been purchased in a crafting shop for much less, and be a whole lot nicer. Also, went to use the bathroom to wash hands before final step and there were no paper towels. Not just out, but no paper towels. No place for them even to be. There were 11 women in this session. I'm hoping this was a one-off experience based on other reviews.

I brought my husband and 2 teens to do a weekend workshop and we all ended up with cool looking…read morepieces. It was fun to do something together as a family with no pressure, and I didn't have to clean up before or after!! The owner, Camille, is just lovely. (She used to run the GREAT art camps and programs at PFAC--Peninsula Fine Arts Center--which was a fantastic little family-friendly spot that we dearly miss.)

Loveee this studio so much. Camille is such a sweetheart and truly cares for the people using her…read morestudio. She's so generous, understanding and patient and I would highly recommend going here for both classes and pottery guild!

I was excited when I saw a new small business, Kidcreate Art Studio was opening in the spring '21…read morein Newport News. I signed my granddaughter up for every activity in her age group. Each class is very affordable! The studio is in a strip mall on Warwick Blvd near Yates Elementary. It is a bright space with a variety of art supplies available to purchase for children, and a bright, colorful creating space with tables and stools. Some little kids fall off the stools but there are chairs available if desired. Ms Karen is the owner and she is delightful. She is very friendly and accommodating, but not overly so. The studio offers classes for children as young as 18 months, and as there is a wide variety of personalities and abilities, some children take awhile to get comfortable and some take to the structure right away. However there is no judgement or pressure for any child who may be having a melt down, and some do, or children who want to put project elements on upside down, or children who would rather sit on the floor or visit the caged birds that live at the studio. Some projects are very difficult for the younger children, but the age range for the classes my granddaughter attends is 18 months to 6 years, so there is quite a bit of adult involvement with the much younger children. The somewhat older children can attend on their own and parents can come back for them. Most projects have messy elements, and one of their "rules" is to have fun and get messy. Child height hand washing sinks are located close by, thankfully! I found a couple of projects too messy for my liking, but then, I'm about 60 years older than the kids the projects are designed for! As with any new business there are learning curves for the instructors who are likely getting all the elements together for a project they have never taught before. However the instructors generally are very hands off and let the children do what they feel comfortable doing while providing everything for a finished project. I look forward to supporting this business for several years to come, as long as my granddaughter is enjoying it.

Kidcreate studio is a wonderful place for kids to explore and learn arts and crafts. Our twins have…read morebeen going there for various functions and classes for several years and they love it! The staff is always friendly, helpful and responsive and we could not recommend this studio more highly!

My daughter attended a 3 night/3.5 days aquatics sleep away camp there and absolutely loved it! It…read morewas her first camp of the sort. This was focused on water sports, so she spent a lot of time on the James River stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming (in the pool). They even did archery, campfires, sang songs, learned to make bracelets, play games and much more! My daughter even loved the food. It was great that they even allowed her to bring green juices + probiotics (that needed refrigeration), so she could consume daily! This is part of her daily healthy regimen and I am so glad they were thoughtful enough to allow this. She came home with a lot of stories + journal entries! I was excited to read and listen to all of the camp experiences! Of course she's already excited for the opportunity to attend next year!

Amazing place! Lots to do! Great staff great food. Would definitley book my event here!read more

Excellent selection of shadow boxes, awards, and other unique items. I had to get a shadow box for…read morea coworker's military retirement and Deb was super helpful throughout the entire process. Fortunately, I found a box in her store that fit my needs, but if I hadn't, she could've had one custom made to whatever I wanted. Everything came out better than I had imagined and was extremely reasonable price-wise. Highly recommend!

Definitely a go-to place for excellent workmanship of your artwork. I have chosen this shop for two…read moreimportant pieces of family history and have not been disappointed.

We love going to Second Sundays in downtown Williamsburg! It opens at 11 am and runs until 4 pm the…read moresecond Sunday of each month, March through December, along Boundary Street and assorted cross streets. They offer live music in different areas and at different times. As well as some good trucks. You'll find crafts, specialty foods, jewelry, soaps and lotions, bonsai trees, stickers, artwork, items for pets, wood carvers, some clothes, books, and more. This isn't a farmers market. You won't find fresh produce. But that's ok because the vendors are all varied and interesting. Parking is available on the surrounding streets, in the garage, and parking lots. Bring a tote bag to carry your finds.

I have only had positive experiences at the CTVAC. They have open call art shows through out the…read moreyear. You should check it out when you can. :)

The Charles Taylor Arts Center is the proverbial gem in our own backyard!!! They have an exciting…read moreand diverse schedule of visual art exhibitions focused primarily on the creations of artists living and working in Hampton Roads and the state of Virginia. It is great that they promote contemporary art makers and provide an opportunity for the untalented people like me an opportunity to interact with the artists. The emphasis is on group exhibitions which offer a broad range of artists, media, styles, content and perspectives on our world. Just go and support our community!!!!

The scent of lavender is enough to calm you as you enter Sweethaven Lavender Farm. Take your time…read moreand clip lavender stems for a bouquet to take home an dry out for lasting touch of lavender. You also can cut zinnias and sunflowers. They have an area where you can pet their animals too. After spending time in the gardens and on the farm, they have a cute shop with lavender products, including syrup, simple syrup, lotions, soap, scone mix, brownie mix, and so much more. In addition, they have a cafe offering lavender lemonade and lavender iced tea, plus some munchies. You can enjoy your refreshments at tables in their barn or rent a small covered building to have a private party with a couple of friends. At times they also have bands playing, so bring comfy chairs and enjoy the lavender and treats!

I can't think of a better way to spend a day off than soaking in the charm of Sweethaven Lavender…read moreFarm in Williamsburg, VA. From the moment you hop onto those winding country roads, you feel the stress start to melt away. Parking is a breeze. It's literally an open field where you just pull in and park wherever. It's casual and easy, like everything here. The entrance is warm and inviting, and the women at the front stand welcomed us. You can immediately tell that every inch of this place was created with intention and care. Even the little playhouses for kids are painted in such charming colors. I visited toward the end of lavender season, so the fields weren't at their peak, but honestly it didn't matter. The wildflowers were in full bloom, and the sunflowers were just starting to bud. We had a blast feeding the sheep, who were clearly used to visitors and more than happy to accept snacks and attention. The gift shop is a must. It's packed with lavender goodies of course, but also a bunch of unique, cute items. I walked out with the cutest bee T-shirt & enamel pin. Then there's the café, which had everything from sandwiches to lavender ice cream, cotton candy, slushies. Yes, we tried it all! The lavender ice cream stole the show for me. I'll be back for my lavender ice cream fix! One of the best parts was spending time wandering the flower fields and cutting blooms for our own bouquet. Sweethaven feels like a dream. Everything about it is thoughtful, beautiful, and full of joy. I left with a full heart, a bag of goodies, and lavender ice cream on my mind. Already counting down the days until we visit again.